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Basis of Presentation - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions |  | 3 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2022 flight | Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Accounting Policies [Abstract] |  |
Number of cancelled flights (more than) | flight | 16,700 |
Customer reimbursements other expenses | $ |  | $ 55

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